Driving in Texas can be an adventure. From massive highways to unpredictable weather, there’s no shortage of challenges. We’ve all seen a car with a broken fender, or worse, reckless drivers swerving between lanes. However, despite its reputation, Texas isn’t the worst place to drive—at least, not everywhere.
A recent study by Angel Reyes & Associates analyzed driving conditions across the U.S., including Texas, ranking cities based on road rage, efficiency, and commute satisfaction. Surprisingly, a few Texas cities ranked among the best places to drive in the country!
Let’s break down the data and see which Texas cities are the best and worst for drivers.
How Texas Cities Were Ranked for Driving
The study evaluated cities based on the following key factors:
- Commute Time Score – How long it takes to get to work
- Commute Dissatisfaction Score – Driver frustration levels
- Inefficiency Score – Traffic congestion and poor road planning
- Wasted Time Score – Delays caused by traffic and accidents
- Shooting Score – Road rage incidents involving gun violence
- Reckless Driving Score – Accidents caused by careless drivers
These factors helped determine which cities in Texas are better (or worse) for driving.
Top Texas Cities for Driving
Despite the challenges, some Texas cities ranked among the best places to drive in the country! Based on the study’s road rage score, here are the top-ranked Texas cities for driving:
1. Irving, Texas (Ranked #8 in the U.S.)
- Road Rage Score: 10.55
- Why It’s Good: Shorter commute times, fewer reckless driving incidents, and relatively efficient roadways.
2. Corpus Christi, Texas (Ranked #13 in the U.S.)
- Road Rage Score: 12.77
- Why It’s Good: Less congestion compared to larger cities like Houston or Dallas.
3. Lubbock, Texas (Ranked #15 in the U.S.)
- Road Rage Score: 14.2
- Why It’s Good: Wide roads, relatively lower commute times, and less aggressive drivers.
These cities offer less stress, lower congestion, and safer roads compared to larger metropolitan areas in Texas.
Texas Cities with the Worst Road Rage
While some Texas cities ranked well, others landed on the list of top road rage cities in the U.S. Four Texas cities were among the worst for aggressive driving:
- Houston
- Dallas
- San Antonio
- Austin
These cities struggle with long commute times, heavy traffic, and frequent road rage incidents. Houston, in particular, is known for dangerous highway driving and frequent accidents.